F150 Coil Seats Install and Shackles for TTB suspension based platforms

**Tbars4** · 02-09-2008, 09:42 AM

...i thought i would add this link...this is my truck with the same setup and it has some pics of it out playing, along with links to it's other mods...

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=181043

*mounty71* · 02-26-2008, 01:13 AM

Well here's a little thank you for this write up too. I think i'm gonna add these on my explorer some time soon.

It badly needs an alignment anyway. Which reminds me, hope i dont have to go through what you're currently going through with your x. Anyway, thanks!

ozark705 · 02-26-2008, 01:57 AM

awesome write up TBars

i also looked at the TRS write up and your info is much more helpful, pictures are great reference. i should have mine put on later this week. i have stock lift on my 4x4, so i'm just lifting the front. hoping that it will be as level as possible without putting any shackles on the back. fingers crossed...

**Tbars4** · 02-26-2008, 09:53 AM

...mounty71, if you are going to keep jumping the X i would at least pay the extra 100 bucks for the lifetime alignment from some place like firestone...

*mounty71* · 02-26-2008, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tbars4

...mounty71, if you are going to keep jumping the X i would at least pay the extra 100 bucks for the lifetime alignment from some place like firestone...

Ya when i get it aligned i'll go to someplace that offers that. I heard that sears offers alignments for $60-something, and have it lifetime guaranteed.

**Tbars4** · 02-28-2008, 03:36 PM

...i thought that i would add, my alignment issue with my project X is cleared up and my X does not have f150 coilseats...only my ranger does...

...here's a link to the ranger and it has pics along with trail links...

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=181043

richmc · 02-28-2008, 05:41 PM

will this work on a 92 x and where did u get your shakles.

**Tbars4** · 02-28-2008, 07:06 PM

...this will work on 91-94 X's...my shackles were custom but you can get warrior shackles new for about 63 bucks from several online stores like http://4wheelparts.com ...

ozark705 · 02-29-2008, 07:30 PM

tbars, when you say that you need 2" "over" shocks, what does that exactly entail? I am putting in the f150 coil spacers on my stock 4x4 ranger and ordered rancho rs5000 shocks. however, there was two options of that shock to choose from. one option was for rs5000 for 0-1.5" or rs5000 for 2.5" Thus, I am wondering which ones should I get for the front. Technically, the lift I am doing with just the f150 coil spacers will give me just under 2"...right? if so, then i should opt for the rancho's rs5000 for 0-1.5". sorry for being longwinded, just trying to order the right shocks. thanks for your help!

**Tbars4** · 02-29-2008, 07:38 PM

...no problem...if it were me and i had the choice of 0-1 1/2" or a straight 2 1/2" over i would do the 2 1/2" over stock size but not any taller...this will keep your shocks from being the stop when your wheel drops and is looking for traction...
..if you went taller than that your shocks would bottom out on full compression...i hope that makes sense...

...the f150 coil spacers will give you about 1 3/4" lift...

ozark705 · 03-06-2008, 11:11 AM

got the f150 coil spacers on last night, with new camber bushings, and put on my rancho rs5000 front and rear, and it is like night and day! looks great, and new shocks are amazing. thanks for your help, the write up was a godsend. i will be posting pics of my ride this weekend.

**Tbars4** · 03-06-2008, 11:19 AM

...good job and can't wait to see the before/after pics...

...how much did the alignment cost???

ozark705 · 03-06-2008, 11:33 AM

$40 from a local guy that I know here in town. It also looked quite ridiculous driving it over to his shop before the alignment

At a stop light, the guy next to me told me that I should get an alignment. Nice call, Einstein! ha

ozark705 · 03-15-2008, 11:57 PM

So finally gettin' around to posting pics of my ride...finally! My tech savvy persona deleted images of the "before" pics, so I have included pics of my ride after the F150 coil spacer install. I don't have anything substantial to add to Tbars write up other than giving him the thumbs up for helping me lift the front end about 1 3/4". This is a pic of my ride after the lift. /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spring 2.jpg I already had an extra AAL to the rear and had been running 31x10.5x15 the past three years. So after much deliberation and help from the others advice on the site (thanks Tbars!), I installed the F150 coil spacers, 4 new Rancho RS5000 shocks, & new camber bushings and am pleased as punch! /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spacer.jpg You can see the coil spacer with the offset to the outside, indeed the Right fit best on the Left, and vice-versa. /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spring 2.jpg The new shocks were a major improvement, rides so much better. Overall, the cost, time, and effort (3 guys and a cooler full of...) was worth it. I have lots O' clearance and the bug has bitten me. Already lookin' at 33"!

**Tbars4** · 03-16-2008, 12:01 AM

...you use http://imageshack.us/ or you become elite which is well worth the price...

...hurry up so we can see your pics...

ozark705 · 03-16-2008, 12:29 AM

Okay, so hopefully the pics work...with the help from Tbars!!

So finally gettin' around to posting pics of my ride...finally! My tech savvy persona deleted images of the "before" pics, so I have included pics of my ride after the F150 coil spacer install. I don't have anything substantial to add to Tbars write up other than giving him the thumbs up for helping me lift the front end about 1 3/4". This is a pic of my ride after the lift. http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...ranger2fc1.jpg I already had an extra AAL to the rear and had been running 31x10.5x15 the past three years. So after much deliberation and help from the others advice on the site (thanks Tbars!), I installed the F150 coil spacers, 4 new Rancho RS5000 shocks, & new camber bushings and am pleased as punch!
http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...lspaceruc6.jpg You can see the coil spacer with the offset to the outside, indeed the Right fit best on the Left, and vice-versa.
http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...spring2cg2.jpg The new shocks were a major improvement, rides so much better. Overall, the cost, time, and effort (3 guys and a cooler full of...) was worth it. I have lots O' clearance and the bug has bitten me. Already lookin' at 33"!
Hopefully, I can find some before pics the show you the change in lift hight on my Ranger! Stay tuned...

*mounty71* · 03-16-2008, 12:43 AM

Ozark, that ranger of yours is REALLY clean, looks great.

ozark705 · 03-16-2008, 12:50 AM

Thanks, Mounty. All I need to do is to figure out how to get a hot chic in my profile pic without my fiance finding out! LOL. Delete Internet History!

exploder1221 · 03-29-2008, 01:43 AM

tbars awesome write up....i put in the spacers like this article, and lifted the rear..
but heres the issue, i took out my other car to make an apointment at schwab to get my tires aligned, but they wont do it because of liability reasons, neither will other tire dealerships who align cars. i dont know what to do, and im afraid i have to do it myself, any advice??
anything at all will be appreciated

*90ranajo* · 03-29-2008, 12:25 PM

Do you have any small Mom & Pop repair shops around the area? They will usually do work that other shops won't.

02-09-2008, 09:42 AM	#41
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...i thought i would add this link...this is my truck with the same setup and it has some pics of it out playing, along with links to it's other mods... http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=181043 __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

02-26-2008, 01:13 AM	#42
mounty71 It's green, not gray. San Francisco, CA '00 Mountaineer Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,081 Vehicle Specs	Well here's a little thank you for this write up too. I think i'm gonna add these on my explorer some time soon. It badly needs an alignment anyway. Which reminds me, hope i dont have to go through what you're currently going through with your x. Anyway, thanks! __________________ MATT SCHWARTZ 2000 MOUNTAINEERINATOR REGISTRY 1991 FORD EXPLORER (IN EXPLORER HEAVEN) REGISTRY

02-26-2008, 01:57 AM	#43
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	awesome write up TBars i also looked at the TRS write up and your info is much more helpful, pictures are great reference. i should have mine put on later this week. i have stock lift on my 4x4, so i'm just lifting the front. hoping that it will be as level as possible without putting any shackles on the back. fingers crossed... __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep"

02-26-2008, 09:53 AM	#44
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...mounty71, if you are going to keep jumping the X i would at least pay the extra 100 bucks for the lifetime alignment from some place like firestone... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

02-28-2008, 03:36 PM	#46
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...i thought that i would add, my alignment issue with my project X is cleared up and my X does not have f150 coilseats...only my ranger does... ...here's a link to the ranger and it has pics along with trail links... http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...d.php?t=181043 __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

02-28-2008, 05:41 PM	#47
richmc Wannabe Elite Explorer dover de 91xlt 4dr Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 25 Vehicle Specs	will this work on a 92 x and where did u get your shakles.

02-28-2008, 07:06 PM	#48
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...this will work on 91-94 X's...my shackles were custom but you can get warrior shackles new for about 63 bucks from several online stores like http://4wheelparts.com ... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

02-29-2008, 07:30 PM	#49
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	tbars, when you say that you need 2" "over" shocks, what does that exactly entail? I am putting in the f150 coil spacers on my stock 4x4 ranger and ordered rancho rs5000 shocks. however, there was two options of that shock to choose from. one option was for rs5000 for 0-1.5" or rs5000 for 2.5" Thus, I am wondering which ones should I get for the front. Technically, the lift I am doing with just the f150 coil spacers will give me just under 2"...right? if so, then i should opt for the rancho's rs5000 for 0-1.5". sorry for being longwinded, just trying to order the right shocks. thanks for your help! __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep"

02-29-2008, 07:38 PM	#50
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...no problem...if it were me and i had the choice of 0-1 1/2" or a straight 2 1/2" over i would do the 2 1/2" over stock size but not any taller...this will keep your shocks from being the stop when your wheel drops and is looking for traction... ..if you went taller than that your shocks would bottom out on full compression...i hope that makes sense... ...the f150 coil spacers will give you about 1 3/4" lift... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

03-06-2008, 11:11 AM	#51
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	got the f150 coil spacers on last night, with new camber bushings, and put on my rancho rs5000 front and rear, and it is like night and day! looks great, and new shocks are amazing. thanks for your help, the write up was a godsend. i will be posting pics of my ride this weekend. __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep"

03-06-2008, 11:19 AM	#52
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...good job and can't wait to see the before/after pics... ...how much did the alignment cost??? __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

03-06-2008, 11:33 AM	#53
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	$40 from a local guy that I know here in town. It also looked quite ridiculous driving it over to his shop before the alignment At a stop light, the guy next to me told me that I should get an alignment. Nice call, Einstein! ha __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep"

03-15-2008, 11:57 PM	#54
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	So finally gettin' around to posting pics of my ride...finally! My tech savvy persona deleted images of the "before" pics, so I have included pics of my ride after the F150 coil spacer install. I don't have anything substantial to add to Tbars write up other than giving him the thumbs up for helping me lift the front end about 1 3/4". This is a pic of my ride after the lift. /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spring 2.jpg I already had an extra AAL to the rear and had been running 31x10.5x15 the past three years. So after much deliberation and help from the others advice on the site (thanks Tbars!), I installed the F150 coil spacers, 4 new Rancho RS5000 shocks, & new camber bushings and am pleased as punch! /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spacer.jpg You can see the coil spacer with the offset to the outside, indeed the Right fit best on the Left, and vice-versa. /Users/clairemckenney/Desktop/Right Fender Coil Spring 2.jpg The new shocks were a major improvement, rides so much better. Overall, the cost, time, and effort (3 guys and a cooler full of...) was worth it. I have lots O' clearance and the bug has bitten me. Already lookin' at 33"! __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep" Last edited by ozark705; 03-15-2008 at 11:57 PM. Reason: How the hell do you upload photos in a post?!?!

03-16-2008, 12:01 AM	#55
Tbars4 Offroad Moderator anaheim hills,california 95 ranger 4x4/ 91 X 4x4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 21,904 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	...you use http://imageshack.us/ or you become elite which is well worth the price......hurry up so we can see your pics... __________________ I have Rocks in my head. What's in yours? '95 ranger xl 4x4 2.3L std cab, 2 sticks Ranger RegistryThe Squirrel '91 4x4=To much to list, much more to add.. Project "X" and more Pics & Mod's List How to: Wheels,Tires, & Lifts... Buy Explorerforum.com Items here

03-16-2008, 12:29 AM	#56
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	Okay, so hopefully the pics work...with the help from Tbars!! So finally gettin' around to posting pics of my ride...finally! My tech savvy persona deleted images of the "before" pics, so I have included pics of my ride after the F150 coil spacer install. I don't have anything substantial to add to Tbars write up other than giving him the thumbs up for helping me lift the front end about 1 3/4". This is a pic of my ride after the lift. http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...ranger2fc1.jpg I already had an extra AAL to the rear and had been running 31x10.5x15 the past three years. So after much deliberation and help from the others advice on the site (thanks Tbars!), I installed the F150 coil spacers, 4 new Rancho RS5000 shocks, & new camber bushings and am pleased as punch! http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...lspaceruc6.jpg You can see the coil spacer with the offset to the outside, indeed the Right fit best on the Left, and vice-versa. http://profile.imageshack.us/user/oz...spring2cg2.jpg The new shocks were a major improvement, rides so much better. Overall, the cost, time, and effort (3 guys and a cooler full of...) was worth it. I have lots O' clearance and the bug has bitten me. Already lookin' at 33"! Hopefully, I can find some before pics the show you the change in lift hight on my Ranger! Stay tuned... __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep" Last edited by ozark705; 03-16-2008 at 12:33 AM. Reason: Still some difficulties inserting the pics, but if you go to the pic from the first link you can see the other pics!

03-16-2008, 12:43 AM	#57
mounty71 It's green, not gray. San Francisco, CA '00 Mountaineer Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 3,081 Vehicle Specs	Ozark, that ranger of yours is REALLY clean, looks great. __________________ MATT SCHWARTZ 2000 MOUNTAINEERINATOR REGISTRY 1991 FORD EXPLORER (IN EXPLORER HEAVEN) REGISTRY

03-16-2008, 12:50 AM	#58
ozark705 Wannabe Elite Explorer MID MO '94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4L Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 18 Vehicle Specs	Thanks, Mounty. All I need to do is to figure out how to get a hot chic in my profile pic without my fiance finding out! LOL. Delete Internet History! __________________ 94 Ranger Splash 4WD 4.0L (Splash Decals Removed) K&N Air Intake/Filter, BBK 66mm Throttle Body, Flowmaster 40 series custom exhaust, 31x10.5 BFG A/T, F150 Coil Spacers, Rancho RS5000 07 Subaru WRX Wagon (The only turbocharged wagon the fiance liked! ) "...and many mods to go before I sleep"

03-29-2008, 01:43 AM	#59
exploder1221 Wannabe Elite Explorer Corvallis, OR '91 XL Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 67 Vehicle Specs	tbars awesome write up....i put in the spacers like this article, and lifted the rear.. but heres the issue, i took out my other car to make an apointment at schwab to get my tires aligned, but they wont do it because of liability reasons, neither will other tire dealerships who align cars. i dont know what to do, and im afraid i have to do it myself, any advice?? anything at all will be appreciated